Best 85209 Arizona Public Middle Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 3,435 students in 85209, AZ.
The top ranked public middle schools in 85209, AZ are Desert Ridge Jr. High School and Desert Ridge High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85209 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 38% statewide average). Middle schools in 85209, AZ have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

Best 85209, AZ Public Middle Schools (2024)

School (Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Desert Ridge Jr. High School
Math: 28% | Reading: 43%
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
10211 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 635-2025
Grades: 7-8
| 1,035 students
Rank: #22.
Desert Ridge High School
Math: 24% | Reading: 32%
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Grades: 8-12
| 2,400 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 85209 Arizona

85209, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
7301 E. Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Grades: K-6
| 1,205 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public middle schools in 85209, AZ?
The top ranked public middle schools in 85209, AZ include Desert Ridge Jr. High School and Desert Ridge High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85209, AZ?
2 public middle schools are located in 85209, AZ.
What is the racial composition of students in 85209, AZ?
85209, AZ public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 63% (majority Hispanic).

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